Fact-Check Policy – Sports News Time

At Sports News Time, we believe accurate information is the foundation of responsible sports journalism. Whether it’s a match result, player injury, transfer update, or expert analysis — our readers deserve content they can trust. That’s why we follow a strict fact-checking process before anything is published on our platform.

Our Commitment to Accuracy

We take accuracy seriously. Every article on Sports News Time goes through a multi-step verification process to ensure facts are correct, sources are reliable, and language is clear. We know that even a small mistake can spread misinformation or damage reputations — and we work hard to prevent that.

How We Verify Information

1. Trusted Sources Only

We rely on official announcements, verified media outlets, governing sports bodies, and direct player or team communications. For developing stories, we cross-check facts with multiple reputable sources before publishing.

2. Primary Information First

Whenever possible, we prioritize information from official websites, press releases, and first-hand interviews. We only use secondary sources when primary information is not available — and always cite them clearly.

3. Use of Anonymous Sources

In rare cases where we use unnamed sources, we ensure:

  • The source has direct access to the information
  • The editorial team has verified the credibility
  • The article makes it clear that the information is unofficial or pending confirmation

4. Exclusive Reports

When we break exclusive news, we label it as such with proper context (e.g., “Sources close to the team confirm…” or “As reported exclusively by Sports News Time”). We also provide follow-up updates when official confirmation is released.

5. Trusted Sources Only

We rely on official announcements, verified media outlets, governing sports bodies, and direct player or team communications. For developing stories, we cross-check facts with multiple reputable sources before publishing.

Editorial Review Process

Every article, whether news, feature, or opinion, is reviewed by our editorial team before it goes live. The review includes:

  • Factual accuracy (names, stats, quotes, scores, dates)
  • Grammar and clarity
  • Headline-objectivity
  • Image accuracy and caption checks
  • Nothing is published until it meets our editorial standards.

Zero Tolerance for Plagiarism

All content on Sports News Time must be original.
We do not tolerate plagiarism under any circumstance. Writers must properly credit sources and quote material accurately. Any violation results in immediate removal of content and action against the contributor.

Use of Quotes and Statements

We ensure that:

  • Quotes are presented as spoken or written
  • Context is preserved
  • Any edits are limited to minor punctuation or clarity (without changing meaning)

Handling Corrections & Updates

We strive for perfection, but if an error does slip through, we correct it transparently.

  • Minor fixes (typos, formatting) are corrected silently with a timestamp.
  • Major fixes (incorrect stats, misquotes, factual errors) are corrected with a note at the end of the article.

Correction Example:
“Correction: A previous version of this article stated that Player X scored 85 runs. The correct figure is 58 runs. This was corrected on July 3, 2025.”

Update Example:
“Update: This story was updated on July 3, 2025, to include official post-match reactions from the team coach.”

Ethical Reporting

All contributors at Sports News Time follow our Code of Ethics. We do not publish false, misleading, or exaggerated content for clicks. We avoid bias and ensure fair representation across teams, players, and events.

Transparency with Readers

If you notice anything inaccurate or unclear in our content, we encourage you to contact us at: support@sportsnewstime.com

Your feedback helps us stay accountable and improve the quality of our reporting.

Our Promise

At Sports News Time, we are committed to being a dependable, responsible, and trustworthy sports media platform. Through rigorous fact-checking and a strong editorial process, we strive to bring you content that’s not only fast — but also fair and factual.

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